PATH 3.0 – Screening Field Interviewer

About the role

The Population Assessment of Tobacco and Health (PATH) study seeks motivated and detail-oriented individuals to serve as screening field interviewers. The PATH study focuses on collecting information on tobacco and nicotine use and examining its health effects. Interviews are conducted through web and in-person methods.

Responsibilities

• Locate sampled addresses and screen household members for a longitudinal study.
• Receive and transmit data via the internet.
• Report progress and costs to your supervisor multiple times per week.
• Work flexible hours, typically evenings and weekends, from August 17 through December 31, 2026.
• Travel to complete project work as needed.

Requirements

• Be 18 or older (or an emancipated minor).
• Have the ability to enter confidentiality agreements.
• Complete 20-25 hours of web-based training per week between August 3, 2026 and August 16, 2026.
• Live in or around the geographic work area defined by the project sample.
• Be available to work during the data collection period from August 17 through December 31, 2026.
• Meet physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Have regular and reliable access to telephone service and a secure high-speed internet home connection.
• Have consistent access to a fully insured, reliable vehicle.
• Have a current and valid driver’s license that is not under suspension.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include being available for local travel and working 20-25 hours per week.
• Preferred criteria include in-person interviewing and/or cold calling experience, public-facing experience, and comfort with public speaking.

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations.
• Comfortable using a laptop computer.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Benefits

• Health and welfare payment of $5.09 per week for up to 40 work hours per week.
• Paid vacation and holiday leave based on hours worked.
• Sick leave accrual based on hours worked.
• Eligibility for the 401(k) program (dependent on hours worked).

Pay

The hourly pay rate is $18.80. A health and welfare payment of $5.09 is also provided weekly for up to 40 work hours per week.

Schedule

This is a part-time, variable-hour, non-exempt position. Overtime pay is eligible.

Benefits

• Not initially eligible for health insurance or a health savings account (HSA).
• Eligible for production bonus at client discretion.

Application

To apply, interested candidates should view the PATH interviewer video and submit an application. The video can be accessed by clicking the provided link: PATH Study: The Field Interviewer's Job - Westat.